Author: [Evan Batten]

Interviewer: [Ashley Harris ]

[Contrary to popular belief, the federal agents involved in the Waco Siege did not fail. With blood on the agents hands, how is it possible for this to be considered a quasi-succesful raid? Well, the agents put an end to a religious group that was controversial and dangerous. The backlash that arises with this event is the death of many Davidians, especially children. The scrutiny comes from how the raid was executed. The raid in Waco lasted fifty-one days. But, it should have lasted longer. The lack of patience on behalf of the government is what made this a botched raid. With the inability to be patient, agents and Davidians' lives were put in grave danger.]